Dear All, We set up a wechat group for the expats in Beijing. Here you could make friends, ask for help, language/skill exchange, city life discussion, promote your products (We allow post AD here, but Red packet have to send all the member each time. minimum 10RMB/red package.) We also organize som...

All dogs in Beijing have to be registered with a local public security bureau. (The municipal government has no specific regulations regarding keeping other types of pets.) In order to register your dog in Beijing you must do the following: (1) Sign a Full Responsibility Agreement Before you can reg...

Welcome to Beijing, one of the leading capitals of the world and the host of the 2008 Olympics. With a history that is more than 3000 years, Beijing is an amazing mix of old and new. For centuries Beijing has been the centre for cultural and business activities and is today beyond doubt a truly worl...

Find, in this article, useful information and on procedures to follow in order to travel to China... In order to travel to China, you need to file a type "L" visa application at the Chinese embassy in your country of origin. You can request an “L” visa to visit your family or your friends...

China is positioning itself as a choice destination for thousands of expatriates worldwide. Here's everything you need to know if you wish to explore the country... The People's Republic of China, commonly known as China, is an East Asian country. It is one of the region's largest countries, stretc...

Do you dream of getting married in China? Find useful information on procedures to follow in this article. China has become one of the world's most popular destinations for marriage. You can also get married in China, whether with a foreigner, or if you have found your soul mate in the country. Pro...

Expatriates in China have to pay income tax. But tax credits are available... If your country has signed agreements with China to avoid double taxation, you will be liable to pay your taxes in China if you have lived in the country for more than 183 days and on your Chinese income only. After 5 yea...

It is not difficult to open a bank account in China. You will, however, need a deposit of some $100. Foreigners can easily open bank accounts in China. If you intend to open a bank account in the country, select a bank, bring your passport, evidence of residence in China (optional) and make a first...

You will not be authorized to drive in China with your national or international driver's license. You first need to obtain a resident permit. If you are not resident in China, you will not be allowed to drive in the country. According to your situation, you will have to apply for a residence permi...

There are different types of childcare in China: nurseries, preprimary schools, nannies, etc. Find out more in this article... Are you moving to China with your children? You will probably have to find a child care system for them during your working hours. This should not be too difficult as the c...